The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary

The following resources are in the form of a video presentation

  • The readings for the day
  • (a useful commentary on these readings here )
  • A Gospel Reflection by Fr Alex
  • Prayers of Intercession
  • Closing reflective music

Having listened to the readings, the homily and the prayers, you might want simply to reflect yourself on what you have heard and how that might flow into your coming week. Some people have found it very helpful to meet with others and share their thoughts.

If you are interested  in joining a small group to share your thoughts and feelings about God's Word from any of the resources you have watched please email us.         cluster.alpha@outlook.com

Questions for reflection (framed for a group discussion)

Most of us, if asked whether we are among the 'mighty' or the 'lowly', would plump for being among the lowly - the ordinary people in life. And that was Mary.

God came into her life in a unique way, and God wants to be in our lives too.

Saying "Yes" to God, (sometimes with our fingers crossed behind our back)

makes all the difference - a 'mighty' big difference.

  1. Try saying "yes" to a challenge this week - maybe something that's been niggling away at you for a while. (Share with your group)
  2. How does your belief in eternal life affect your daily life?

Preparing for next week

For those who would like to start reflecting on next week's gospel,

the text can be found here.

Preparing for next week’s gospel:  21st Sunday B

John 6:60-69       Whom shall we go to? You have the message of eternal life.

Peter's words echo down the centuries. Like him there is much we don't understand. The point is to believe - to fill our gaps with trust in the one

who is the Way, the Truth and the Life.

  1. Can you recall a time when you trusted someone although you had your doubts, but it turned out well in the end? (Share in your group)
  2.  In what way has the example of Christian marriage (your own or that of another couple) helped you understand the relationship between Christ and his church?